The Center for Coalfield Justice was formed as the “Tri-State Citizens Mining Network” in 1994 by a coalition of grassroots groups and individuals concerned about the effects coal mining had on communities and the environment. The people involved recognized the need to work together to build a strong voice in the coalfield community. By working together, the groups provide mutual support for local events and share information beneficial in each group’s efforts. Tri-State was incorporated in 1999 and re-organized into Center for Coalfield Justice in 2007. The Center for Coalfield Justice is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Our mission is to improve policy and regulations for the oversight of fossil fuel extraction and use; to educate, empower and organize coalfield citizens; and to protect public and environmental health.

The Center for Coalfield Justice offers internship opportunities under three tracks:
1. Science & Research
2. Community Organizing & Outreach
3. Legal

For each of these tracks applicants must be self-motivated, be able to think creatively and work well in a collaborative setting. If none of these tracks fit your interests, but you would still like to work with us, please send us an email or call us to see if we can find a project in a different area of our work for you. These internships are meant to be mutually beneficial, we plan to provide valuable opportunities to build skills that will benefit you as well as communities in Southwestern Pennsylvania. After reading the track descriptions, please fill out the internship application. If you have any questions, please contact eva@coalfieldjustice.org or call us at 724-229-3550.

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